If you're new to the thrill of mountain biking or have had some time out of the saddle, then these introductory mountain biking holidays are a great place to start. Run by responsible operators these mountain biking holidays are an easy combination of on road and off road routes covering distances of 15-30 miles / 25-50 km per day. Take a look at our cycling holidays & mountain biking holidays classification guide to find the right mountain biking holiday for you.






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My most memorable parts were the fantastic rides, the buzz you get when you reach the top of an exhausting climb and then get to whizz down descents that will really get the adrenaline pumping through your body!
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Fantastic mountain biking in a beautiful location - one of the best holidays I've been on and I came away feeling I'd really pushed myself physically and mentally, and achieved something.
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It was great to see the fantastic scenery and villages of the South West and this was just the mountain biking challenge I was looking for, both in terms of technical skill and fitness.
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This holiday was our honeymoon and it was exactly what we were wanting. Idylicc location in the mountains, so quiet and relaxing.
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